Global Leaders in Residence

The Global Leaders in Residence program extends the University's long-standing commitment
to partnerships around the world. Webster University will host distinguished individuals
who are considered thought leaders in their fields from across a wide spectrum of
disciplines.

While in residence, each of the Global Leaders will interact with students to assist
in real world learning by connecting theory to practice. Leaders will share their
unique perspectives based upon their experiences in forums that are free and open
to all students, faculty and the general public.

"We are honored to host such distinguished thinkers and leaders in their respective
fields," states Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) J. Stroble, President of Webster University.
"These invited leaders will be tapped from the University's global community, including
St. Louis and throughout the U.S., as well as from around the world."

Cuba's most celebrated theater duo – director Flora Lauten and playwright Raquel Carrio
– visited Webster University's home campus in February as the College of Arts & Sciences
2015 Global Leaders in Residence. The co-founders of Cuban theater company Teatro Buendia spent five weeks in St. Louis sharing their expertise in literary adaptation, translation,
and production with the community through a series of workshops and public events.
The visit was provided in conjunction with the Office of Corporate Partnerships.